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Operator and Parts Manual Blower Kit 42" Collection System 966412801...
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KNOW YOUR BLOWER SYSTEM CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of a new collection system. It has been designed, engineered READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND SAFETY and manufactured to give you the best possible RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING dependability and performance. YOUR BLOWER SYSTEM.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS DANGER ! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION • Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris •...
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS CHILDREN • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted •...
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING DRIVE PULLEY MOUNTING BLOWER ASSEMBLY Remove the discharge chute from the deck. (Deck Position blower over the discharge tabs on the configuration will vary by size and model) deck and set blower onto the deck. Lower deck to the lowest cutting position. Be sure the blower is sitting flush against the outside of the deck.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING DRIVE BELT TRIMMING MIDDLE CHUTE Make sure the tension release lever is forward or Using the hacksaw, trim along the dashed line. disengaged. Locate the middle chute, flat washer, hood latch, Place the belt over the pulley on the deck. Refer to weld nut, lock washer and machine screw from kit.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING BAGGER MOUNT MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY Using hardware provided in kit, attach support NOTE: Assistance from another person may ease mount to unit. mounting the cover assembly to mower. Lift and rotate cover to align the cover brackets Attach hanger bracket to support mount. Do not with support assembly tubes.
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ASSEMBLY CONTAINER INSTALLATION CHUTE/HOOD INSTALLATION Install containers on support frame, overlapping Latch upper chute to middle chute. containers at center tube. Insert upper chute into gasketed opening on the Note: One container should always overlap the hood assembly. other container at the center tube. Close cover and lock latch handle over support tubes.
OPERATION TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING • If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass or leaves, it is an indication that clogging has Follow the mower operation instructions in you mower occurred in the system or that the grass catcher operator’s manual.
OPERATION STORAGE CAUTION When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, Do not leave grass in bagger etc. Store in a clean, dry place. containers. Empty containers after each use and before storing.